Planning Technical Support Lead

East Lindsey District Council; Horncastle; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council authority in Horncastle is seeking a Technical Support Lead to manage the Planning Support Team. This pivotal role involves overseeing planning application systems, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and technical experience, ideally in local government. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, comprehensive benefits, and excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme with 23.8% employer contribution

Generous annual leave scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Benefits Platform with discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Flu Jabs

Free Eye Test voucher

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Flexible Working Policy

Agile Working Policy

Car Mileage reimbursement

Long service recognition

Excellent career progression and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical or regulatory role, ideally within local government.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and understanding of data protection regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a dedicated team in Planning Support.
• Oversee planning application systems and meet performance targets.
• Provide expert support for applications, appeals, and enquiries.
• Represent the department on corporate projects and liaise with stakeholders.
• Contribute to the Partnership journey for aligning systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Technical expertise

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Do you have strong technical experience and are ready to take the next step into a leadership role? East Lindsey District Council is seeking a Technical Support Lead to manage and motivate our Planning Support Team, ensuring exceptional service delivery and compliance with legislative requirements.

In this pivotal role, you will

• Lead and develop a dedicated team, driving continuous improvement and high standards of Planning Support.
• Oversee planning application systems, ensuring performance targets are met and legislative requirements applied.
• Provide expert technical and administrative support across Planning Services, including managing processes for applications, appeals and enquiries.
• Represent the department on corporate projects and liaise with Councillors, senior managers, and external partners.
• Play a key part in our Partnership journey to align systems and processes.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a technical or regulatory role, ideally within local government, or similar environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage, train, and inspire a team.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex legislation and data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of data protection regulations.

Desirable

• Supervisory experience in a multi-skilled office environment.
• Understanding of planning services and development management.

Why join us? This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and improving our planning support services. We offer a hybrid working arrangement, ongoing training, and the chance to make a real impact in your community.

BENEFITS:

• Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
• Generous annual leave scheme + option to buy more
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Flu Jabs
• Free Eye Test voucher for regular screen users
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Flexible Working Policy
• Agile Working Policy*
• Car Mileage reimbursement*
• Long service recognition
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities

*Certain restrictions may apply

We also offer a wide range of family friendly policies designed to enable you to balance your work and home life, manage your personal responsibilities and support you in times of difficulty.

If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Rachael Leggett on [e-mail].

ABOUT US:

Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.

Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.

The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website.

The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.